Kale

       Kale helps to avoid hardening of the arteries, called atherosclerosis. It is just full of antioxidants, fiber, folate, potassium, vitamin E, lutein, and omega-3 fatty acid. As an added plus kale also has something called glucoraphanin which activates a special protein named Nrf2. This protein coats the inside of your arteries to prevent plaque from sticking to artery walls.                                                                                                                                                                    

Read more: http://www.prevention.com/health/health-concerns/prevent-heart-attacks-best-foods-heart-health/kale#ixzz2KM21Ikvc

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